The [[:Category:Fonts SIG| Fonts SIG]] adheres to the same standards as the rest of the Fedora Project, which means there is a some amount of formal process. Don't let this put you off, however. You are more than welcome on the SIG list or in any of our other forums.

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The [[:Category:Fonts SIG| Fonts SIG]] adheres to the same standards as the rest of the Fedora Project, which means there is some amount of formal process. Don't let this put you off, however. You are more than welcome on the SIG list or in any of our other forums.

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== Signing up ==</noinclude>

== Signing up ==</noinclude>

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{{admon/tip|Use the list|

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{{admon/tip|Ask the list|

If you have ''any'' problems with the following steps, post a question to the [[Fonts_SIG_mailing_lists | list]]. The members are happy to help you with any problems you might have, and you will likely get an answer in just a few minutes or hours.}}

If you have ''any'' problems with the following steps, post a question to the [[Fonts_SIG_mailing_lists | list]]. The members are happy to help you with any problems you might have, and you will likely get an answer in just a few minutes or hours.}}

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| Become familiar with the SIG: ||

| Become familiar with the SIG: ||

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* read the [[:Category:Fonts SIG| Fonts SIG]] section on the wiki,

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* read the [[:Category:Fonts SIG| Fonts SIG]] articles published in the wiki,

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* browse the SIG lists' archives.

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* browse the SIG [[Fonts_SIG_mailing_lists|mail archives]].

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| Sign up for a [[Infrastructure/AccountSystem| Fedora account]] and sign the [[Legal/Licenses/CLA|CLA]]: ||

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| Sign up for a [https://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts/user/new Fedora account]: ||

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* you'll need it for wiki editing access, which is required for most SIG activities.

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* the account system has many benefits; it helps us maintain our Free and Open Source status,

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* you'll need an account for wiki editing, which is required for most SIG activities,

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* the [[Infrastructure/AccountSystem|account system page]] includes FAQs and other helpful information.

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| And if you intend to do some packaging: ||

| And if you intend to do some packaging: ||

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* apply to the ''cvsextras'' group by clicking the ''Apply!'' button [https://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts/group/view/cvsextras there] once you've completed the Fedora account sign-up step,

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* apply to the ''packager'' group by clicking the ''Apply!'' button [https://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts/group/view/packager there] once you've completed the Fedora account sign-up step,

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** this request will be acted on at the end of the review of your first packages.

* apply to the ''fedorabugs'' group by clicking the ''Apply!'' button [https://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts/group/view/fedorabugs there] once you're a ''cvsextras'' member, to get package reviewer powers.

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* add yourself to [[Planet_open_fonts|planet open fonts]].

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| Choose something to do, and announce it on the list: ||

| Choose something to do, and announce it on the list: ||

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* for example, take care of some items in our [[:Category:Font_wishlist| packaging wishlist]].

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* for example, take care of some items in our [[:Category:Font_wishlist| packaging wishlist]],

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* this is a great way to get started in the project. It lets everyone know what you would like to work on, and they can advise you on the best way forward

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Remember, you choose your form and level of commitment to the SIG, and the [[Fonts_SIG_mailing_lists | list]] is here to help. The more people will appreciate your activities, the more likely they'll be to support you.

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Remember, '''you''' choose your form and level of commitment, and the [[Fonts_SIG_mailing_lists | list]] is here to help. The more people will appreciate your activities, the more likely they'll be to support you.

Latest revision as of 11:47, 26 July 2011

The Fonts SIG adheres to the same standards as the rest of the Fedora Project, which means there is some amount of formal process. Don't let this put you off, however. You are more than welcome on the SIG list or in any of our other forums.

How you can help

The SIG scope is wide, we are chronically short-handed, and there is plenty of room for people with different inclinations and skills levels. Just choose the activity that fits you best.

Signing up

Ask the listIf you have any problems with the following steps, post a question to the list. The members are happy to help you with any problems you might have, and you will likely get an answer in just a few minutes or hours.